A pro in Italy long before the NBA, today we welcome a certified bucket getter! Danilo talks about his confidence and why he was unfazed by the stage and moment when he got to the NBA. Drafted by the Knicks, he fell in love with the fans and city, and thought he would be there forever. The infamous Melo trade introduced him to the business of the NBA and from there he went on to play for several teams and had in his eyes three chances at winning a championship.

Run Your Race is the ultimate intersection of basketball and business. Theo and AJ will take their listeners on a journey through stories of tragedy and triumph while shedding light on how they both have been able to stay around the game they love. These two lifelong friends bring their explosive dynamic centerstage thanks to their knowledge of the league and infectious energy.

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Danilo Gallinari | Kobe dropping 61 on him, Wanting the SMOKE in New York, Melo trade and more

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Theo welcomes Wesley for a deep dive into his 17-year professional basketball journey. He reflects on his upbringing, early development, and the lessons that shaped him as a player. Wesley walks through the college recruitment process, choosing Marquette, and how EYBL helped sharpen his game. He breaks down the reality of NBA-level competition, draft night emotions, and the overseas opportunities that kept his career alive. The conversation highlights his NBA breakthrough, guarding some of the game’s biggest legends, and memorable Portland teams. The episode delivers rare insight into longevity, adaptability, and surviving at the highest level of basketball.

Theo welcomes Wesley for a deep dive into his 17-year professional basketball journey. He reflects on his upbringing, early development, and the lessons that shaped him as a player. Wesley walks through the college recruitment process, choosing Marquette, and how EYBL helped sharpen his game. He breaks down the reality of NBA-level competition, draft night emotions, and the overseas opportunities that kept his career alive. The conversation highlights his NBA breakthrough, guarding some of the game&rsquo;s biggest legends, and memorable Portland teams. The episode delivers rare insight into longevity, adaptability, and surviving at the highest level of basketball.

Wesley Matthews | 17-Year NBA Vet, From Lowest Pay to 5-Year Deal, Guarding Kobe, Playing with Bron

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Theo welcomes Pierre for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about his basketball journey. He opens up about his upbringing, hooping in Vegas, and the injuries that shaped his path. Pierre reflects on choosing a college, his time at Baylor, and the mentality that defined his senior season. He takes us through draft night, the tough period that followed, and the ongoing battle with injuries. Pierre discusses finding his game again in Dallas, his overseas journey, and the surreal experience of seeing Luka dominate in Europe before closing the show with rapid-fire questions that reveal who he is on and off the court.

Theo welcomes Pierre for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about his basketball journey. He opens up about his upbringing, hooping in Vegas, and the injuries that shaped his path. Pierre reflects on choosing a college, his time at Baylor, and the mentality that defined his senior season. He takes us through draft night, the tough period that followed, and the ongoing battle with injuries. Pierre discusses finding his game again in Dallas, his overseas journey, and the surreal experience of seeing Luka dominate in Europe before closing the show with rapid-fire questions that reveal who he is on and off the court.

Pierre Jackson | Drafted and Sent Overseas, Balling All Over The World, Playing Luka in Europe

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Theo welcomes Michael Beasley for an honest, unfiltered conversation about his life on and off the court. Beas reflects on being out of the NBA, the criticism around 1-on-1 play, and his PG County roots. He opens up about the “weed” and “thug” stigmas, growing up with KD, and choosing Kansas State. Beasley relives leaving college, draft night, and adjusting to a new NBA crowd while trouble continued to follow him. He talks Miami, hating his time in Minnesota, losing his mother, and ultimately accepting life after the league. The episode closes with Big 3 talk and “We Them Fruits.”

Theo welcomes Michael Beasley for an honest, unfiltered conversation about his life on and off the court. Beas reflects on being out of the NBA, the criticism around 1-on-1 play, and his PG County roots. He opens up about the &ldquo;weed&rdquo; and &ldquo;thug&rdquo; stigmas, growing up with KD, and choosing Kansas State. Beasley relives leaving college, draft night, and adjusting to a new NBA crowd while trouble continued to follow him. He talks Miami, hating his time in Minnesota, losing his mother, and ultimately accepting life after the league. The episode closes with Big 3 talk and &ldquo;We Them Fruits.&rdquo;

Michael Beasley | #2 Pick, "Thug" Stigma, Battles with KD, Trouble in Miami, Losing Millions

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Danilo Gallinari | Kobe dropping 61 on him, Wanting the SMOKE in New York, Melo trade and more

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